Capitalize on Limited Pass-Rushing Opportunities
Texas has thrown the football 115 times this season, the second-lowest mark in the Big 12. However, their nine sacks allowed are second-most in the conference. While the offensive line isn’t solely to blame for the sack count (Casey Thompson is still adjusting to the rhythm necessary of a starting quarterback), opportunities are there for Oklahoma’s pass rush.
Even without Jalen Redmond, Perrion Winfrey can muddy up the interior of the Texas line as Nik Bonitto and Isaiah Thomas come screaming off the edge. Of course, the Sooners’ edge rushers will be at the mercy of the run defense. A bottled-up Bijon Robinson will allow Oklahoma’s best position group to open season on Thompson.